Spacekap prepares the next generation by leveraging 30 years of experience to innovate and train skilled professionals in the truck cap and utility industry.
Spacekap US has fully launched with a service center in Plattsburgh, NY, offering durable commercial vehicle solutions and expanding nationwide support.
SpaceKap uses AI to automate CRM follow-ups, visualize sales opportunities geographically, and track service units in real time across its yard.
Van delivery delays are stretching up to a year in 2026. See why electrification pullbacks are tightening supply, and how a transferable SpaceKap unit reduces the risk.
SpaceKap’s first World of Concrete 2026 appearance in Las Vegas included the SPEC MIX Bricklayer 500 grand prize: a fully equipped truck with a Diablo.
Despite economic headwinds, 2025 brought SpaceKap’s U.S. division to life in Plattsburgh, with a fully trained sales team and about ten new hires.
From 2 plants and 100+ distributors to 3,000 units sold a year, here’s SpaceKap by the numbers: production, people, and material behind every unit.
SpaceKap was first to offer a standard centralized remote locking system, and still consults founder Robert Thibault and designer Paul Deutschman on what’s next.
The Fibro-Cup is SpaceKap’s annual employee soccer tournament, now in its third edition, born from a direct request by its Latin American workers.
Every SpaceKap unit passes a simulated heavy rain test and uses a multi-stage seal system to stay watertight and freeze-resistant in any weather.
SpaceKap’s marine-grade fiberglass body resists rust, leaks, and UV damage, built on the same durability principle as a fiberglass boat.
FedEx and UPS subcontractors are switching to 4×4-mounted SpaceKap Diablo units to handle deliveries on snowy, rural routes standard vans can’t finish.
SpaceKap’s Quick Ship program delivers a pre-shelved, trade-specific unit (plumber, electrician, HVAC) within 7 business days from a single source.
SpaceKap units support major ladder rack brands with roof or side mounting, built with trusted U.S. rack manufacturers for a secure, custom fit.
The SpaceKap Wild fits between the Compak and Diablo: 53″ tall, 320° access, and a 1,000 lb-rated slide-out tray for heavy equipment.
The SpaceKap Compak’s low profile fits height-restricted city parking and service lanes, with 320° access and sealed fiberglass built to protect tools.
SpaceKap’s Diablo is built on 30+ years of craftsmanship, with details like the 60/40 rear door split designed for safety on real job sites.
The SpaceKap Diablo lets technicians stand up straight, replaces both a van and a trailer, and stays sealed airtight against dust, salt, and moisture.
SpaceKap offers some of the shortest lead times in custom service bodies, delivering units within 7 business days to keep your business moving efficiently.
A wrapped SpaceKap Diablo turns a service truck into a mobile advertisement, standing out from generic white vans and boosting brand recall on the job.
SpaceKap’s OEM-style backup camera and key fob locking bring factory-quality convenience and security to any service truck, no extra keys or wiring.
The SpaceKap Diablo is a transferable service body that tradespeople use to reduce downtime, secure tools, and boost productivity on any full-size pickup truck.
Tradespeople are upgrading to the SpaceKap Diablo for its high-roof interior space and 4×4 capability, solving the cramped-van problem traditional service vans can’t.
SpaceKap’s U.S. launch drew nearly 750 inquiries in months, prompting two new sales hires to cover the East Coast and Southern U.S.
Fiberglass service bodies offer lighter weight, superior corrosion resistance, and lower maintenance than steel, making them ideal for fleets and contractors in harsh North American climates.
SpaceKap service units are built to last over 15 years and are fully transferable, letting them pass from one truck, and one generation of a business, to the next.
SpaceKap opened its U.S. division in Plattsburgh with 100 guests, including its founder, shareholders, and long-time customers, marking a milestone with 50% of sales already coming from the U.S.
SpaceKap USA welcomed Matt Reilly (ex-Stellantis) and Richard Smith (ex-World of Concrete) as new executives, who also met legendary designer Paul Deutschman.
SpaceKap targeted a February 2025 opening for its Plattsburgh service center, with hires already local to the U.S. market and events lined up nationwide.
SpaceKap acquired a 10,000 sq. ft. Plattsburgh warehouse and hired local manager Corey Devins to launch SpaceKap US Corp. ahead of its 2025 opening.
20% of SpaceKap’s sales flow through its Canadian distributor network, spanning Action Car, Expertec, General Body, and a dozen Quebec partners.
Oscar Sanchez-Silva arrived from Peru in 2021 and is now a SpaceKap production supervisor; his son Enzo has since joined as a U.S. sales rep.
Sergio Suarez went from factory laborer to SpaceKap’s buyer in under two years, chosen internally over external candidates for the role.
A service body offers more storage, customization, and protection than a standard pickup bed, making it ideal for daily transport of tools and equipment.
SpaceKap’s shelving, built with Ranger Design since 1988, covers 80%+ of customer needs with QuickShip packages ready in seven business days.
Alexandre Farley joined SpaceKap as Director of Operations, bringing a health-and-safety focus and a master’s in engineering management in progress.
SpaceKap’s Fleet Demo Program lets you see the Diablo, Wild, or Compak service body in person before you order, with van delivery delays stretching into 2026.
Oscar Sanchez-Silva went from laminator to production supervisor at SpaceKap while learning French; his essay “My New Life” won regional recognition.
SpaceKap employs more than 50 foreign workers, over 75% of its technical staff, supported with transportation, language classes, and integration programs.
SpaceKap units outlast an average of 3 trucks over 20 years, and the team even met NFL legend Emmitt Smith at Work Truck Week in Indianapolis.
SpaceKap’s $2M+ resin transfer molding investment quadrupled door production and cut VOC emissions to zero compared to the old manual method.
Designer Paul Deutschman (Porsche, Corvette, T-Rex) helped shape SpaceKap in the 1980s; since 2011 the company has grown from 30 to 130 employees.
SpaceKap units serve six industries, from building maintenance to utilities, with configurations for fiber storage, secure cargo, and mobile command centers.
A SpaceKap separates cabin from cargo, transfers across 2-5 trucks over its life, and costs less to maintain than a service van like a Transit.
Fiberglass service bodies outperform aluminum by offering superior corrosion resistance, durability, lighter weight, and enhanced safety for work truck applications.
Electrician vehicle organization boosts efficiency by ensuring quick access to tools and safe storage. SpaceKap service bodies maximize space, safety, and productivity on the job.
An organized service body boosts efficiency by keeping essential tools within reach and decluttering unused equipment. Use custom storage, shelving, and ladder racks to optimize space.
The best service body features include transferability, correct sizing, durability, and corrosion and weather resistance to ensure long-lasting, functional truck storage.
Enclosed bodies protect gear from theft and weather; open bodies give easier access. SpaceKap builds its lineup from fiberglass for the best of both.
SpaceKap service bodies give fleets, including Enterprise, a cargo-van alternative with more storage, better fuel economy, and a fit only pickups allow.
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